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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1971-06-21REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD MONDAY, JUNE 21, 1971 TIME:, PLACE: CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION: ROLL CALL: COUNCIL'S WISH FOR RECOVERY TO CAPTAIN HOWARD McFARLAND: M I NUTES: CLAIMS: PARKING DISTRICT NO. I CLAIMS: RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT WESTBOROUGH BLVD. MEDIAN STRIP LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WESTBOROUGH HYDRANT RENTAL: RESOLUTION NO. 5579 RESCINDING NO. 5575: RESOLUTION APPROVING FREEWAY AGREEMENT (ROUTES I01 AND 380): 8:00 p.m. Council Chambers, City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Borba at 8:03 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited and in the absence of Father William J. Justice of All Souls Catholic Church, no Invocation was given. Present: Absent: Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp None Mayor Borba, on behalf of the City Council, wished a speedy recovery to Captain Howar'd McFarland of the Fire Department who was confined in Intensive Care in the Hospital. Mayor Borba asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the regular meeting of June 7, 1971. Councilman Bertucelli moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of June 7, 1971, be approved as submitted. Mayor Borba then asked if there was a motion approving the regular claims as submitted for payment. Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried, that the regular claims, totaling $337,621.86, be approved for payment. Mayor Borba then asked if there was a motion approving the claims as submitted for Parking District No. I for payment. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regularly carried, that the claims as submitted for Parking District No. I, totaling $909.90, be approved for payment. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 14, 1971 from the Director of Public Works submitting compilation of bids received and recommendation of award of contract for Westborough Boulevard Median Strip Landscape Development. Accompanying was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 14, 1971 from the Landscape Specialist submitting recommendation for the funding of the subject development, City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution after which Mayor Borba stated that if there were no objections, the matter would be held for further study and a report sub- mitted for the meeting of July 6, 1971. There being no objections, it was so ordered. The next item for Council's consideration was the resolution authorizing execution of an Agreement for Westborough Hydrant Rental. City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution after which Mayor Borba stated that if there were no objections, the matter would be continued pending receipt of the Agreement. There being no objections, it was so ordered. The next item was the resolution rescinding Resolution No. 5575 concerning the Freeway Agreement with the State of California for Routes I01 and 380. City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution after which brief discussion followed concerning the changes discussed earlier and whether or not it met Staff's requirements. Councilman Steinkamp then introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 5575.~ FREEWAY AGREEMENT (ROUTES I01 AND 380)." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. The next resolution for Council's consideration approves the Freeway Agreement for Routes I01 and 380. City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution after which discussion followed. Councilman STeinkamp commented on the drainage facility which should be constructed to which Director of Public Works Goss replied that the State would install this structure of sufficient size to take the present demands. City Manager Dreisbach mentioned that a Freeway Agreement already existed, explaining the old Agreement and that which was proposed, stating that if the City did not act, it would have to abide by the old Agreement. RESOLUTION APPROVING Councilman Steinkamp commented that he felt the City should negotiate further and then FREEWAY AGREEMENT (ROUTES meet again later to take action. I01 AND 380): (CONTI NUED) Mr. Donald Grimes, 123 Francisco Drive, expressed concern on the matter of drainage of waters as they flowed through the industrial areas. Further discussion followed regarding the matter of drainage after which Mayor Borba suggested that the matter be continued to a Study Session meeting. City Manager Dreisbach commented that the matter could be continued for another two weeks at which time Mr. Trombatore of the State Division of Highways could be present if C~uncil wished. There being no objections, Mayor Borba continued the matter. RESOLUTION NO. 5580 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT ANTOINETTE LANE RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION AND IMPROVEMENT: o City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution concerning acquisition proceedings to Antoinette Lane after which he statedthat there would be a companion resolution following concerning the subject matter. Brief discussion followed after which Councilman Bertucelli introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT - ANTOINETTE LANE RIGHT- OF-WAY ACQUISITION AND IMPROVEMENT." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. RESOLUTION NO. 5581 DETERMINING THAT PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN LAND & DIRECTING FILING OF EMINENT DOMAIN ANTOINETTE LANE: RESOLUTION NO. 5582 AMENDING RATES OF TRAVELERS INSURANCE LONG TERM DISABILITY POLICY: After an explanation by City Attorney Noonan, Councilman Mammini introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN LAND AND DIRECTING THE FILING OF EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS AND APPOINTING SPECIAL COUNSEL ANTOINETTE LANE." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution concerning conditions and rates of Travelers Insurance Long-term Disability Policy after which Assistant City Manager Ross commented on the amount of increase and the reason for this increase. Brief discussion followed after which Councilman Bertucelli introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT OF GROUPPOLICY NO. GA 816020 - TRAVELERS INSURANCE COMPANY LONG TERM DISABILITY POLICY." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none RESOLUTION NO. 5583 GRANTING GRADING PERMIT TO GUS & TOULA SPERIDON, ALFRED & IRENE BERTETTA: The next item was the Grading Permit Application as requested by Gus W. and Toula Speridon, Alfred L. and Irene M. Bertetta to grade at rear of their properties (12-Mile Creek area). Accompanying was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 16, 1971 from the Director of Public Works recommending approval, subject to condltions. City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution after which Director of Public Works Goss commented that the owners were to take care of any dust problems. He also stated that the residents of 117 Arroyo Drive wished the creek open and that Messrs. Bertetta and Speridon had agreed to install a retaining wall and install a drain pipe. Discussion also followed regarding the agreement with the California Golf Club con- cerning the fill to be placed. Councilman Steinkamp introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION GRANTING A GRADING PERMIT TO GUS W. SPERIDON AND TOULA SPERIDON, HIS WIFE, AND ALFRED L. BERTETTA AND IRENE M. BERTETTA, HIS WIFE." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. ORDINANCE NO. 619 AMENDING SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE BY ADDING SECTION 4.25: 2nd Reading/Adoption 7 Mayor Borba ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. City Attorney Noonan then explained the ordinance and advised the Council regarding pro- cedure for adoption and passage. Councilman Steinkamp moved reading of the ordinance in its entirety be waived andfthat the ordinance be passed and adopted by reading title only, seconded by Councilman Ahern and passed by unanimous vote. At the request of Mayor Borba, City Planner Daniel Pass explained the ordinance as it concerned design, layout and air space. Councilman Bertucelli moved that the ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISO0 BY ADDING THERETO SECTION 4.25," the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be passed and adopted, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and passed by the following roll call vote. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. ORDINANCE NO. 620 DISESTABLISHING THE DOWNTOWN MERCHANTS' IMPROVEMENT AREA & REPEALING ORD. 610: 2nd Reading/Adoption Mayor Borba ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. City Attorney Noonan then explained the ordinance and advised the Council regarding pro- cedure for adoption and passage. Councilman Bertucelli moved reading of the ordinance in its entirety be waived and that the ordinance be passed and adopted by reading title only, seconded by Councilman Mammi~ni and passed by unanimous vote. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, ORDINANCE DECLARING PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT FOR WESTBOROUGH BLVD: RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER:, SO. AIRPORT BLVD. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PURCHASE ORDER: CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY AS FILED BY VIRGIL L. SHREVE: SUPPLEMENTAL PURCHASE ORDER EL CAM INO REAL (NOOR TO ORANGE): TRANSFER OF FUND RE- QUEST EL CAM INO REAL (NOOR TO ORANGE):. TRANSFER OF FUNDS RE- QUEST WESTBOROUGH BLVD. EXTENS I ON PROJECT: TRANSFER OF FUNDS RE- QUEST WESTBOROUGH BLVD. PROJECT: The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 7, 1971 from the Assistant Chief of Police concurring with the recommendation of theDivision of Highways, State of California, to increase the speed limit on Westborough Boulevard between Skyline and Junipero Serra Boulevards. Accompanying was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 7, 1971 from the Traffic Engineer to the Assistant City Engineer submitting recommendation for the proposed maximum speed limit on Westborough Boulevard between Skyline and Junipero Serra Boulevards. Accompanying was the ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE DECLARING A PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT FOR WESTBOROUGH BOULEVARD." City Attorney Noonan requested that the records show that Council received and con- sidered the following: Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 7, 1971 from theAssistant Chief of Police to the Chief of Police; and the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 7, 1971, from Thomas E. Moore, Traffic Engineer, to Raymond A. Maxwell, Assistant City Engineer. Mayor Borba at this time declared a recess at 9:00 p.m. to allow the television camera crews time to place new tape in the cameras. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Borba at 9:05 p.m. Mayor Borba ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. City Attorney Noonan then explained the ordinance and advised the Council regarding procedure for introduction. Councilman Steinkamp moved that reading of the ordinance in its entirety be waived and that the ordinance be introduced and read for the first time by reading title only, seconded by Councilman Mammini and passed by unanimous vote. Discussion then followed concerning the need for increased speed limit at which time Assistant Chief of Police Terragno explained the studies which had been made and re- quests-which had been received for the increase. Councilman Ahern expressed concern for the safety of children by increasing the speed. Mr. David Friedenberg stated that the homeowners' group had not been consulted and that, not only this item, the matter of landscaping and fencing on the median strip was of concern to them; also, that downhill visibility was a problem especially during foggy weather. Mr. Steven Tonegato, 404 Wildwood Drive, remarked on the effect of the increased speed limit after which Mr. Robert Volosing requested the City Council to withhold action on the ordinance pending further study. There being no objections, Mayor Borba ordered the ordinance continued. The next matter for Council's consideration was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated May 14, 1971 from the Director of Public Works recommending supplemental purchase order in the amount of $22,000 be issued to Kirker, Chapman and Associates for engineering services - South Airport Boulevard Improvement Project. Mayor Borba requested that this item be continued pending further information. There being no objections, it was so ordered. The claim against the City as filed by Mr. Virgil L. Shreve for alleged damages to his car as a result of unsanitary street condition was the next matter for Council's attention. Councilman Bertucelli moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the claim be rejected and referred to the City's insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney, and Notice be given to claimant in accordance with Government Code Section 913915.4 and related sections of the Government Code. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June I0, 1971 from the Director of Public Works recommending issuance of Purchase Order to the State of California Division of Highways - El Camino Real (Noor to Orange Avenues). Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried, that the recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and accepted. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June I0, 1971 from the Director of Public Works requesting transfer of funds for reimbursement of funds advanced - El Camino Real (Noor to Orange Avenues). Councilman Bertucelli moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and accepted. The Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 16, 1971 from the Director of Public Works re- auesting transfer of funds for reimbursement of funds advanced - Westborough Boulevard Extension Project - was the next matter for Council's consideration. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried, that the recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and accepted. The Inter-Office Memorandum from the Director of Public Works requesting transfer of funds for reimbursement of funds advanced - Westborough Boulevard 'Project - was the next item. Since this item had been cancelled after the Agenda had been prepared, no Council action was necessary. WORK COMPLETION & REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZAT ION FOR MAINTENANCE DISTRICT - COMMON GREENS, WEST PARK The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 8, 1971 from the Landscape Specialist advising of work completion and recommending acceptance and requesting autho- rization for Maintenance District to maintain them - Common Greens, West Park 3A-F. Councilman Ahern moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regularly carried, that the recommendation of the Landscape Specialist be approved and accepted. WORK OOMPLETION & REQUEST The Inter-Office Memorandum dated June 14, 1971 from the Director of Public Works TO F I LE NOTICE OF COM- PLETION HILLS IDE- CHESTNUT WALKWAY .' recommending acceptance of work and requesting authorization to file Notice of Completion for Hillside-Chestnut Walkway was the next matter for Council's attention. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regularly carried, that the recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and accepted and autho- rization be granted to file Notice of Completion. City Manager Dreisbach requested that a second motion follow that a Purchase Order be approved in the amount of $415.28 for additional funds. Councilman Ahern so moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried. ITEMS FROM STAFF: DISCUSSION CONCERNING DELETION OF RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT & ESTABLISH- MENT OF RESPONSE TIME: The first matter under Items from Staff was the recommendation of the City Manager to the City Council concerning del:etlon of residency requirement and authorization for the establishment of response time. Councilman Bertucelli so moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp. Mayor Borba requested the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance. Councilman Ahern inquired concerning response time to which the City Manager replied, 30 minutes. Discussion followed at which time the City Manager explained the hearings held by the Personnel Board and City Council and the recommendations of the departments for 30 minutes with the exception of the Fire Department. Councilman Steinkamp asked if this could not be handled by the City Manager as an administrative matter. Fire Chief Marchi at this time read from a prepared statement concerning why his depart- ment should have a closer response time, recommending no more than 5 miles with Daly CitY'. and Millbrae as the boundaries. Mr. Richard Rosinsky, President of the Local Fire Fighters Association, commented on their recent survey which indicated no desire for firemen to move, but requested a clarification in the event the question arose. Mr. R., Burton, Attorney at Law, stated that he was presently representing a City employee who found it necessary to move from his present residence since there was a need for a larger home, stating that since the State pre-emoted the City on the matter of residency Council should make some decision. Further discussion followed after which City Attorney Noonan requested Council's con- sideration to the introduction of a resolution rather than a motion so that it could carry all the provisions necessary. Councilman Bertucelli withdrew his motion after which Councilman Steinkamp withdrew his second. RESOLUTION NO. 5584 AUTHOR I Z I NG AMENDMENT TO PERSONNEL RULES & ^s SPECIAL f'4EETING TO BE HELD JUNE 23, 1971: RECESS: Councilman Bertucelli then introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT OF THE PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS SO AS TO DELETE THE RESIDENCY REOUIRE- MENT AND PROVIDE FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESPONSE TIME." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Mayor Borba at this time called to the attention of the City Council a Special meeting to be held Wednesday, June 23, 1971, at 11:30 a.m.,the purpose of which was to confer with the Board of Supervisors and County Staff regarding mutual problems. Mayor Borba declared the recess at 9:57 p.m. RECALL TO ORDER: EXPLANATION REQUEST OF RESO. NO. 5584: Mayor Borba then recalled the meeting to order at 10:02 p.m. Council then proceeded on to the subject of Items from Staff, the first of which City Manager Dreisbach requested a clarification of Council's action concerning the resolu- tion which was adopted with regard to residency requirements. City Attorney Noonan explained that the resolution would delete residency requirements now in the City's Rules and Regulations and, in compliance with State law, would autho- rize the City Manager to establish response time within the 30-minute limitation. FIRE FIGHTING PROGRAM OF CITY TO BE SHOWN ON JUNE 30TH - CHANNEL 3: AWARD CONS I DERAT I ON CITY HALL LIGHTING AND CLAY AVE. PARK ENTRANCE: City Manager Dreisbach then brouqht to the attention of the City Council and those present, the TV program entitled, "This is your Life,"showing the City's fire-fighting methods, to be reshown on June 30th on Channel 3. City Manager Dreisbach stated that a communication had been received from the San Mateo County Development Association, stating that the City Hall has been nominated for con- sideration for the 1971 Environmental Award Program because of the exterior lighting and the Clay Avenue Park Entrance is also being considered. REQUEST FOR FILING FEE - WATER QUALITY CONTROL BD. FOR FEDERAL ASS ISTANCE: City Manager Dreisbach then brought to the attention of the City Council a communication under date of June 21, 1971 from Mr. John Jenks in which a request was made for autho- rization of an appropriation of $1,000 as a filing fee to the Water Quality Control Board for an application which was to be made for federal assistance in the City's outfall line. Councilman Steinkamp so moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried. CONVEYANCE OF SEWER LINE BY BRENTWOOD ORTHODOX PRESBYTERI AN CHURCH: The City Manager then brought up the matter of the conveyance of a sewer line to the City by the Brentwood Orthodox Presbyterian Church, requesting a motion accepting that conveyance. Councilman Bertucelli moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regularly carried, that the conveyance be accepted by the City. City Manager Dreisbach then brought to the attention of the City Council Permit No. M71-32 dated June 8, 1971 as received from the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission for the land fill which had been placed at the City's Marina development and requesting formal acceptance by the City. Councilman Bertucelli moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regularly carried, that the Permit No. M71-32 dated June 8, 1971, be accepted. NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TO BE FIELD TUESDAYj 7J6/71: ITEMS FROM COUNCI L: City Manager Dreisbach then advised Council that, because of the holiday, Monday, July 5, 1971, the next regular City Council meeting would be held Tuesday, July 6, 1971. There being no further items from Staff, Mayor Borba proceed on to items from Council. APPOINTMENTS TO BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE: Mayor Borba stated that, if there were no objections, the following appointments would be made to the Beautification Committee: Mr. Robert Volosing, 2228 Kenry Way and Mr. Sol Udman, 521 Spruce Avenue. As there were no objections registered, it was so ordered. Councilman Ahern stated that, inasmuch as people were at work during the day, meetings of this committee would be held in the evening. COMMENT CONCERNING PROGRESSCouncilman Steinkamp then brought up the matter of roadwork w~ich was being performed OF ROADWORI~ AT EL CAM INO REAL & CHESTNUT: !77 at El Camino Real and Chestnut Avenue, stating that progress was very slow, and asked as to what the City could do to expedite this matter. Director of PublicWorks Louis Goss stated that he had contacted the County and had been informed that, becauserof a subgrade problem, work could not proceed until it had been corrected. He further commented that he had spoken to the resident engineer of the County today, that the subgrade had now been stabilized and that the work should be completed by the following week. COMMENTS CONCERNING THE USE BY CHILDREN OF MOTOR SCOOTERS- PROVIDE AN AREA OR PROHIBIT THEIR SALE: x,~--/,~ COMMENTS CONCERNING RECENT MAYORS' CONFERENCE HELD IN PHILADELPHIA: Councilman Bertucelli next brought to the attention of the City Council a telephone call which he had received from Mrs. Tomilson concerning the dust problem in theCity. She stated that children who had motor scooters and who could not ride them on the streets or sidewalks, had no place to use them and she stated that if an area could not be provided, an ordinance should be adopted prohibiting their sale. Mayor Borba then commented onRe recent Mayors' Conference which had been held in Philadelphia to which he and the City Manager had attended, remarking on the issues upon which he had voted, stating that the City could be proud of its financial con- dition as other cities were hard pressed for funds. City Manager Dreisbach remarked that, because of a good industrial development, a stabile community, he and the Mayor were proud to have the City singled out as a fine, stabile one. He remarked that the cost of municipal services rises:because of demands. He likewise stated that the conference was most rewarding. GOOD AND WELFARE: Mayor Borba at this time asked if anyone in the audience had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare~ COMMENTS CONCERN lNG INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS: Mr. Donald Gamma, 3790 Cork Place, at this time commented on the investment of City funds by the City Treasurer, stating that he had reviewed the City's reports with financial consulting firms who stated that the City was not receiving as much as it could from these funds. He suggested that the City have a separate financial firm review the methods of investment. He stated that of the seven million dollars, 3.7 million dollars was invested in the Crocker-Citizens Nathional Bank. He further remarked that this might be a conflict of interest in that the Treasurer was a former officer of the Crocker-Citizens National Bank and was now receiving free office space in the bank building. Mr. Ganna then stated that, at an earlier meeting, had requested background information on the appointment of a Planning Commissioner, stating that he had not as yet received any response. Mayor Borba at this time remarked that the City Treasurer was the most efficient man the City had, that the City had done very well by his efforts and that there was no need for a financial consulting firm. City Manager Dreisbach remarked that the City treasurer is an elected official and that the City did not have the right to interfere in the operations of his office. City Manager Drei~bach, in reply to Mr. Gamma's inquiry concerning the appointment of a Planning Commissioner, stated that the correspondence had been referred to the City Attorney and that it had been determined that there was no legal basis to contest this appointment, and that there was no further action to be taken in this regard. PERMISSION GRANTED TO SAN MATEO COUNCIL ON SAFETY TO USE BILLBOARD TO PROMOTE JULY SAFETY COMPLAINT CONCERNING SCAVENGER'S PARKING OF Mr. William Kaslar of the San Mateo Safety Council requested use of the billboard on Baden Avenue to publicize "ZONE IN ON SAFETY" during the month of July. He displayed to the City Council and audience the form of billboard display which they would use after which, there being no objections, his request was granted. Mr. Wesley Slade, President of the Westborough Homeowners Association, brought to the attention of the City Council the matter of garbage trucks as they operated in the Westborough area, stating that the trucks were parking in the middle of the street TRUCKS IN WESTBOROUGH AREA with only the handbrakes applied and no wheel blocks used. WHILE MAKING PICKUPS: COMMENTS CONCERNING COUNCIL'S ADOPTION OF RESIDENCY REOUIREMENTS: COMMENTS CONCERNING He stated that, because of the steepness of some of the hills, this presented a hazard in that trucks could roll down the hill while unattended, thereby causing a serious accident and possible loss of life. Mayor Borba referred the matter to the City Manager who stated that he take this up with the Scavenger Company. Mr. Mario Gagliolo, 760 Grand Avenue, commended the Members of the City Council and City Manager for the action which they had taken earlier with regard to recidency re- quirements and that the Personnel Board would continue to work with the Council in this regard. He suggested that Council, through their conferences, adopt legislation which would not permit the State to pre-empt the field of local government. Mr. Edward Rickenbacher, President of the Avalon Concerned Taxpayers, expressed his RECENT ACT MEETING ATTEND- thanks to the Mayor, City Manager, City Planner and Chief of Police for attending a ED BY CiTY OFFICIALS: recent meeting during which time each of them spoke concerning the operations of City COMMENTS CONCERN lNG DEVELOPMENT OF SAN BRUNO MTN.: Government which afforded those persons who were unable to attend Council meetings the information concerning the City's functions. He likewise extended an invitation to any one who wished to join their group. Mr. John Floro, 210 Cuesta Drive, at this time brought up the matter of the development of San Bruno Mountain, requesting an explanation by the City Attorney concerning eminent domain proceedings. This was explained to him by the City Attorney after which further discussion followed concerning the development of this area as well as the WEstborough Boulevard Extension. Mayor Borba suggested to Mr. Floro that he make an appointment with the City Attorney to further discuss anything he might have in this regard. REQUEST FOR SECOND PHASE OF LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT IN WESTBORO~GH AREA: SUGGESTION TO INVESTIGATE THE MATTER OF INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS: Mr. David Friedenberg brought to the attention of the City Council the need for the second phase of landscaping in the park development in the Westborough area, stating that improvement was needed, requesting that plans be finalized and that Council sched~lethis for an agenda item at a future meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Borba referred the matter to the City Manager. Councilman STeinkamp suggested that the matter of the financial consulting firm for the investment of City funds be investigated. Mayor Borba stated that the City Treasurer was doing a good job and did not see the need for this service. ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION: RECALL TO ORDER: Mayor Borba then adjourned the meeting to an Executive Session at 10:52 p.m, Mayor Borba recalled the meeting to order at 12:20 a.m. at which time he announced that the purpose of the Executive Session was for the purpose of discussing personell proceedings. ADJOURNMENT:- There being nothing further, Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Ahern and regularly carried, that the meeting be adjourned to Wednesday, June 23, 1971, at 11:30 a.m. Time of adjournment: 12:25 a.m. APPROVED: RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, ~'City Clerk * The discussions contained in these Minutes are excerpts and not verbatim. The proceedings of this meeting are taped and all discussions are contained therein.